Revelation 18:19

Korean 2021 (읽기 쉬운 성경)

그들은 머리에 먼지를 뒤집어쓰고, 눈물을 흘리고 슬퍼하며 외칠 것이다. ‘화로구나! 오 위대한 도성이여, 화로구나! 바다에 배가 있는 사람은 모두 그 도성의 재물로 부자가 되었다. 그러나 그 도성은 한순간에 폐허가 되고 말았구나!

이 구절의 의미

This verse describes people mourning over the fall of a great city that had made many rich through its trade. The speakers are those who benefited from the city's wealth, and they express their sorrow at how quickly it has been destroyed.

어린이를 위한 설명

Imagine if your favorite toy store closed down suddenly because something bad happened. You might feel sad and cry because you can't buy toys there anymore. That’s like what these people are feeling about a big city that used to make them rich by selling lots of things.

역사적 배경

The Book of Revelation was written by John, likely around the late first century CE during the reign of Emperor Domitian. It is addressed primarily to Christian communities facing persecution and hardship, reflecting on the eventual downfall of oppressive powers like Rome.

오늘의 적용

Today, imagine a major corporation that suddenly collapses due to unethical practices. Stakeholders who relied on its success might feel devastated by this sudden change, much as those described in Revelation felt over the city's swift destruction.

주제

• judgment
• wealth
• trade
• destruction
• lamentation
• apocalyptic

관련 구절

• Ezekiel 27:1-36
• Isaiah 23:1-18
• Jeremiah 50:8-14
• Lamentations 2:1-9
• Matthew 11:20-24

자주 묻는 질문

What does 'cast dust on their heads' mean?

This is an ancient way to express grief and mourning. People would throw dirt or ashes on themselves as a sign they were in deep sorrow.

Why are they crying over the city’s destruction?

They cry because this city was once very rich, making many people prosperous through trade. Its sudden downfall means their source of wealth is gone.

What does it mean that 'in one hour' she is made desolate?

This phrase emphasizes the swift and unexpected nature of her destruction, indicating a powerful judgment or divine action against the city.

How does this relate to modern businesses?

It serves as a reminder that even successful businesses can fall quickly due to corruption or other factors, emphasizing the need for ethical practices and preparedness.